1978 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
